[citation needed] In his compositions, Amaury Gutiérrez puts special emphasis on the vocal element, not only for his academic past, but also due to the particular feelings that his voice imbues in his performances.
His influences include Pablo Milanes, Djavan, Caetano Veloso, Ruben Blades, Andy Montañez, Stevie Wonder, Al Jarreau, Soraya, and Paul McCartney.
Gutierrez has stated that he finds it easier to compose music first and then develop the text, having as his principal instrument the guitar.
[citation needed] His first album, Amaury Gutiérrez (1999) was nominated for a Latin Grammy and sold more than 600,000 copies.
[1] He has supported the dissident movement Yo No Coopero Con La Dictadura (Do Not Cooperate with the Dictatorship).